Interim Financial Controller / CFO
The Electrical Co. Australia – Tweed Heads NSW
The Electrical Co. Australia is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller / CFO to step into the business and take immediate ownership of the finance function while providing strong commercial and strategic support to the CEO. This is a senior, hands-on finance role for a professional who can quickly understand the business, provide financial leadership and work closely with management to improve financial discipline, reporting and commercial decision-making.
Key responsibilities
Take ownership of management reporting, cash flow, budgeting and forecasting
Maintain and improve the existing three-way financial forecast
Strengthen financial controls, governance and approval processes
Review financial and operational performance, including margins, productivity and capacity
Provide commercial analysis and decision support directly to the CEO
Take ownership of reporting and analytical tools already developed
Drive implementation and adoption of improved finance processes and systems
Identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency and cash flow
Support management with commercial planning and business performance
Provide leadership and oversight to the existing finance function
About you
Experienced Financial Controller, CFO or Head of Finance
Strong background in privately owned or small to mid-sized businesses
Experience in field services, contracting, utilities, infrastructure or another operationally driven environment (highly regarded)
Commercial, pragmatic and hands-on approach
Capable of working at CFO level when required while also being prepared to get into the detail
Authority to challenge existing practices and strengthen financial discipline
About us
The Electrical Co. Australia is a business with established reporting, forecasting and analytical infrastructure. A considerable amount of financial infrastructure has already been developed, and we need someone who can come into the business, quickly assess what is working, take ownership of what has been built and ensure it is properly implemented and utilised.
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